Visits to Sarasota County trend down in May year over year

Sarasota County saw a decrease in visitors in May compared with May 2023 but not as significant a dropoff in room nights sold.
Sarasota County saw a decrease in visitors in May compared with May 2023 but not as significant a dropoff in room nights sold.
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The number of visitors to Sarasota County was down in May compared with the same time in 2023, according to new data from Visit Sarasota County, the tourism arm for the area. Several other metrics trended down year-over-year, with one slight increase in the average room rate. And there was a bright spot in terms of international visitors.

 

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